About this Program
Old Dominion University offers a Master of Science degree in computer science designed for students with a strong background in computer science. ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿'s Computer Science Department supports in-depth study at the graduate level in areas such as: bioinformatics, data science, digital libraries, high performance computing, machine intelligence, networking, cyber security, software engineering, and computational foundations.
Program Highlights
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Flexible schedule beginning in Fall, Spring, and Summer terms
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Both online and on-campus course options available
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Opportunities to conduct cutting-edge research with faculty
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Finish the 31-credit hour, non-thesis program in less than two years
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Requirements
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- Applicants must have a strong background in computer science. Students who do not have a sufficient background in computer science may enter the graduate program as provisional students and make up for their deficiencies by taking appropriate courses.
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- Two letters of recommendation from faculty members of academic institutions
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- Transcripts from all postsecondary institutions
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- Current Resume
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- Goals Essay/Statement of Purpose
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- Minimum GPA: 3.00
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- For students whose native language is not English, either a TOEFL iBLT score of 79, TOEFL PBT score of 550, or IELTS score of 6.5 is also required
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- GRE is not required.
Careers
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Research, design, and develop computer and network software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions, applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis. Update software or enhance existing software capabilities. May work with computer hardware engineers to integrate hardware and software systems, and develop specifications and performance requirements. May maintain databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team.
Design and develop solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions.
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.
Design and implement computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks. Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning. May also design network and computer security measures. May research and recommend network and data communications hardware and software.
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Cost of Attendance
Tuition is charged per credit hour. Amounts shown are tuition only and do not include mandatory fees, technology-delivered course fees, course-specific fees, books, housing, meal plans, or other costs. Campus-based students may take technology-delivered or online courses. Tuition is based on student classification. Fees for technology-delivered courses and other costs are listed on the ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ tuition and fees page.
Ways to Fund Your Degree
There are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending Old Dominion University, including scholarships, assistantships, and student loans. For more details about financial aid at Old Dominion, visit the Financial Aid Office page.
Graduate Assistantships
The Department of Computer Science offers limited opportunities for graduate assistantships (with tuition assistance) through teaching or research.
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